Non-Executive Director's Handbook

Best practice guide to the challenges and changing role of the non-executive director in companies today

Patrick Dunne (Author), Glynis D Morris (Author)

9780750684194, Elsevier Science

Hardback, published 28 February 2008

602 pages
23.4 x 16.5 x 3.3 cm, 1.11 kg

"The best non-executive directors as possessing ‘energy and engagement, knowledge, judgement and influencing skills’. She adds, ‘the commitment of non-executives has never been greater, something which continues to make the role so professionally rewarding. The speed of change in the regulatory environment makes this second edition a welcome update to what has become a classic. It will undoubtedly prove as useful as the first." -- Baroness Hogg, Chairman of the 3I Group Plc

The Non-executive Directors Handbook is an indispensable guide that deals with the changing role and responsibilities of the Non-Executive Director in companies today. It recognises the increasing importance of the position, the growing pressures on Non-Executive Directors and the need for full compliance with the latest legislation and regulation in order to avoid heavy fines and penalties. This book provides practical information and guidance on all aspects of the role. Written specially for and about non-executive directors the book incorporates useful checklists and summaries.

The appointment process for non-executives
Audit Matters
Board structure and practice
Meetings
Corporate Ethics
Corporate governance
Corporate strategy
Directors duties and liabilities
Directors remuneration and benefits
Financial reporting
Fraud and illegal acts
Going concern
Insurance
Internal control
Investor relations
Nominations committees
Pension arrangements for employees
Remuneration committee
Risk management
Training and development

Subject Areas: Management & management techniques [KJM], Finance [KFF]